Ne Zha

Ne Zha

Year: 2019

Runtime: 110 min

Language: Chinese

Director: Yu Yang

Echo Score: 79

Budget: $20M

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Born with a destructive power threatening the heavens, Ne Zha is hidden away to protect the realm. As he comes of age, he struggles to control his abilities and confronts a destiny that brands him a bringer of chaos. Facing prejudice and misunderstanding, Ne Zha must ultimately choose between fulfilling the prophecy or forging his own heroic path, battling powerful adversaries and defying expectations.

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Timeline – Ne Zha (2019)

Trace every key event in Ne Zha (2019) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Heavenly Lightning Strikes

Ne Zha and Ao Bing are both struck by heavenly lightning, resulting in the destruction of their physical bodies. This catastrophic event sets the stage for their subsequent trials and transformations.

2

Rescue by Master Taiyi Zhenren

In an effort to save their souls from dissipating, Master Taiyi Zhenren uses his powerful Seven-colored Sacred Lotus to regenerate Ne Zha and Ao Bing's physical forms. However, the new bodies are described as fragile, foreshadowing the challenges ahead.

3

Ao Guang's Attack

Believing that his son Ao Bing is dead, Ao Guang, the Dragon King of the East Sea, launches an assault on the town. He unleashes the monsters that had been imprisoned beneath his palace, creating chaos and danger.

Chentang Pass
4

Ao Bing's Sacrifice

During the tumultuous attack on Chentang Pass, Ao Bing bravely defends the town but ultimately exhausts his strength, leading to the disintegration of his newly formed body. This event highlights the fragility of their new existence.

Chentang Pass
5

Ceasefire Agreement

In a desperate effort to halt the destruction, Ao Guang proposes a ceasefire deal. He stipulates that Ne Zha and Ao Bing must share Ne Zha's body for seven days to complete three trials in pursuit of a potion that can restore Ao Bing’s body.

6

First Two Trials

Ne Zha and Ao Bing embark on their trials under the supervision of the heavenly Taoists. They successfully overcome challenges posed by a marmot bandit clan and a master who trains demons, showcasing their teamwork and strength.

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7

Tragedy Strikes

Master Shen Gongbao, tasked with overseeing Chentang Pass, reunites with his younger brother Shen Xiaobao. Tragically, Xiaobao is mortally wounded while attempting to protect their father during Ne Zha's second trial, deepening the stakes of the conflict.

Chentang Pass
8

Massacre of Chentang Pass

While the sect prepares for the upcoming trial, Ao Guang's forces brutally massacre the inhabitants of Chentang Pass. This horrific event further galvanizes Ne Zha into action, prompting him to complete the final trial alone.

Chentang Pass
9

Becoming xian

Ne Zha, filled with rage and resolve, completes the final trial without Ao Bing's aid and ascends to xian. This transformation grants him newfound power and the ability to obtain the potion necessary to restore Ao Bing.

10

Trapping the Dragons

In a drastic turn of events, Ne Zha decides to join forces with Wuliang to trap the dragons in the heavenly cauldron. This decision is driven by an urge for vengeance against the forces that destroyed his town.

11

Ne Zha's Mother's Death

In a heartbreaking moment, Ne Zha's mother dies in his arms during the chaotic battle. This loss fuels Ne Zha's transformation as he absorbs the cauldron's samadhi fire to solidify his new body.

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12

Breaking Free from the Cauldron

With the aid of Ao Bing and the dragons, Ne Zha manages to break free from the confines of the cauldron. Together, they unite against the heavenly forces, forcing them to retreat and reclaim their power.

Cauldron
13

The Retaliation of the Dragons

Following the defeat of the heavenly forces, Ao Guang leads the remaining dragons into hiding beneath the ocean. In contrast, Ao Bing chooses to remain behind to uncover the true nature of Wuliang's treachery.

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14

Post-Credits Scene

In a surprising twist during the post-credits scene, Wuliang is seen negotiating with the captive Shen Gongbao. However, their plans are thwarted as they find themselves trapped for ten years, setting the stage for future conflicts.

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